Platelet Count
- Sample Type
- Standard
- Fasting
- No
- Unit
- 10^9/L
Platelets (thrombocytes) are essential for primary hemostasis and clot formation. Within a Complete Blood Picture, the platelet count is fundamental for assessing bleeding risk or thrombotic tendency. It is a sensitive indicator of bone marrow health and is often reactive to systemic inflammation or iron deficiency.
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Why Context Matters
Pseudothrombocytopenia can occur if the blood sample undergoes EDTA-induced platelet clumping in the test tube, leading to an artificially low reading that doesn't reflect the patient's actual physiology.
Lab ranges are statistical averages, not biological laws. "Normal" for a 20-year-old male isn't normal for a 60-year-old female.
Clinical References
Source-of-truth databases and clinical guidelines for Platelet Count:
Official Sources
- Platelet Tests: MedlinePlus Medical TestMedlinePlus
- Complete blood count (CBC) - Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic
Research & Guidelines
- PubMed: Platelet Count Clinical GuidelinesNCBI / PubMed
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